How to find saved passwords on a Samsung phone: 5 proven methods

Forgot your password for a social network or email, but remember that you saved it on your phone? On smartphones Samsung s Android there are several ways to retrieve saved logins and passwords - from built-in tools to hidden shell functions. One UI. In this article, we will look at all current methods, including those that work after security updates 2026-2026.

It is important to understand: access to passwords depends on the version Android, model Samsung (series Galaxy S23/S24, A54/A73 etc.) and synchronization settings. For example, on devices with Android 14+ some functions have been moved to Google Settings, and on older versions (Android 11–12) passwords can be stored locally. We took into account all the nuances so that the instructions are suitable for most current devices.

If you use third-party password managers (1Password, KeePass), their data will not be displayed in the system settings - they require separate applications. But passwords from Chrome, Samsung Internet and applications linked to Google Accountcan be retrieved without additional software.

1. Passwords in Google Account (the main method for Android 12–15)

Most of the saved passwords on Samsung are tied to Google Account —they are synchronized between devices and are available through the web interface. This method works even if you reset the phone to factory settings (provided that the account was connected).

To view passwords:

1. Open Settings on the phone.
2. Go to Google → Google account management.
3. Select a tab Security.
4. Scroll to the block Password management and click on it.
5. Enter your PIN code or fingerprint to confirm.

All saved logins and passwords will be displayed here, including data from Chrome, YouTube, Gmail and other services Google. To find a specific password, use the search at the top of the screen. Please note: if two-factor authentication (2FA) has been enabled for some service, only the main password will be displayed here - codes from SMS or authenticator applications (Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator) are stored separately.

2. Local passwords in Samsung Pass (only for devices with Knox)

Samsung Pass is a proprietary password manager from Samsungthat works on the basis of a secure platform Knox. It automatically saves login information for apps and websites if you gave permission to do so when you first launched it. Unlike Google, here passwords are stored locally and are not synchronized with the cloud (unless the backup option is enabled).

How to find saved passwords in Samsung Pass:

• 🔒 Open the application Samsung Pass (if it is not there, download from Galaxy Store).
• 📱 Log in using your fingerprint, iris or PIN code.
• 🔍 In the main menu, select Passwords or Credentials.
• 📋 All saved logins will be displayed here. Click on the desired one to copy the password.

If Samsung Pass is not activated, it can be enabled in Settings → Biometrics and security → Samsung Pass. Please note that on some models (for example, Galaxy A03 or Galaxy M12) this feature may not be available due to hardware limitations.

What to do if Samsung Pass does not show passwords?

If in Samsung Pass there is no saved data, check:

1. Whether synchronization was enabled at the first start (if not, passwords were not saved).

2. Have your phone settings been reset (local passwords are deleted when resetting).

3. (for example Firefox or Opera) - they store passwords in their systems.

3. Passwords in the Samsung Internet browser

If you use a proprietary browser Samsung Internet, all saved passwords are stored separately from Chrome i Google Account. They can be retrieved directly in the browser settings, but this will require unlocking the screen.

Instructions:

1. Open Samsung Internet and tap on the three dots (⋮) in the lower right corner.
2. Select Settings → Personal data → Saved passwords.
3. Enter a PIN code, pattern key, or use biometrics.
4. In the list, find the desired site and click on it to see the password.

In Samsung Internet there is a convenient function for exporting passwords to a file .csvTo do this:

1. In the password menu, click on the three dots (⋮) at the top. on the right.
2. Select Export passwords.
3. Confirm the action using the screen lock.
4. The file will be saved in the folder Download (it can be opened in Excel or Google Sheets).

4. Passwords in Chrome (if it is set as the default browser)

Google Chrome synchronizes passwords with Google Account, but they can also be viewed directly in the mobile application. This method is suitable if you logged into your account Google on your phone and enabled saving passwords.

Step-by-step guide:

• 🌐 Open Chrome and tap on the three dots (⋮) in the upper right corner.
• 🔧 Select Settings → Passwords.
• 🔓 Enter your password from Google Account or verify your identity using your fingerprint.
• 📄 Scroll the list or use the search to find the site you need.

If the password is not displayed, check:

• 🔄 Is synchronization enabled in Chrome (Settings → Synchronization and Google services).
• 📱 Do you use the same Google Accountas on other devices.
• 🔐 Does an antivirus (for example, McAfee or Avast) block access to passwords.

Login to the correct Google Account

Enable synchronization in Chrome

Update the browser to the latest version

Check the Internet (for synchronization)

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5. System passwords (Wi-Fi, applications, VPN)

Some passwords are not stored on Samsung in browsers or accounts, and in system settings. These include:

• 📶 Passwords from Wi-Fi networks (can only be viewed on rooted devices or via ADB).
• 🔑 Keys VPN and corporate networks (if they were saved manually).
• 📱 Passwords from some system applications (for example, Samsung Email or Samsung Notes).

To view passwords from Wi-Fi on a non-rooted phone:

1. Go to Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi.
2. Click on the desired network and select Share.
3. The system will show a QR code and password (you will need to enter a PIN code).

For VPN and corporate networks:

1. Open Settings → Connections → Other networks → VPN.
2. Select the desired profile and click Settings.
3. The password may be hidden - you will have to enter it again or restore it through the network administrator.

6. How to export passwords for a backup

If you want to save all your passwords in case you reset your phone or switch to a new device, you can export them. The methods depend on the storage source:

Password source	How to export	File format
Google Account	Go to passwords.google.com, click ⋮ → Export passwords	.csv
Samsung Pass	In the application: Settings → Export data (not available on all models)	.csv or .spt
Samsung Internet	In the browser settings: Personal data → Saved passwords → Export	.csv
Chrome	In the browser settings: Passwords → ⋮ → Export passwords	.csv

⚠️ Attention: Exported files .csv contain passwords in clear text. Store them in a secure place (for example, in an encrypted archive) and delete them after use. Do not send such files via email or instant messengers!

If you plan to transfer passwords to another phone, the easiest way is to use synchronization via Google Account or Samsung Cloud. To do this:

1. On the old phone: Settings → Accounts and archiving → Backup and recovery → Archive data.
2. On the new phone: log in to the same account and restore the data from the backup.

7. What to do if passwords are not displayed

If you followed the instructions, but passwords are still not visible, check the following points:

• 🔄 Synchronization is disabled: For Google check Settings → Accounts → Google → Account synchronization. For Samsung Pass — Settings → Biometrics and security → Samsung Pass → Synchronization.
• 📱 Another account: Make sure that you are logged in to the same Google Accountthat was used when saving passwords.
• 🔐 Blocking by corporate policy: On work phones, the administrator can prevent viewing passwords. Check in Settings → Biometrics and security → Other security settings.
• 🗑️ Reset settings: If the phone was reset to factory settings, local passwords (outside Google Account) may have been deleted.

If passwords are lost after updating One UI or Android, try:

1. Reboot the phone.
2. Clear application cache Google Play Services i Google Chrome (Settings → Applications → ⋮ → Show system → Clear cache).
3. Update Samsung Pass i Chrome to the latest versions in Galaxy Store or Play Market.

⚠️ Attention: If you use third-party launchers (for example, Nova Launcher or Microsoft Launcher), access to system password settings may be limited. Temporarily return the standard launcher One UIto use the built-in tools.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about passwords on Samsung

You can Is it possible to view passwords from applications (VK, Telegram, Instagram)?

Passwords from applications are stored in Google Account or Samsung Passonly if you explicitly saved them the first time you logged in. If the application uses its own authentication system (for example Telegram via SMS code), the password may not be saved. Check:

• Account settings in the application itself (Security or Password section).
• Google Account → Security → Password management.
• Samsung Pass → Credentials.

If nothing is found, you will have to recover your password using the “Forgot your password?” function. in the application.

How to find the password for the Wi-Fi to which the phone was connected?

On Samsung s Android 10+ you can view the Wi-Fi password like this:

1. Open Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi.
2. Click on the desired network (must be connected or saved).
3. Select Share.
4. Confirm screen unlock (PIN, fingerprint).
5. The password will be displayed under the QR code.

⚠️ On Android 9 and older or on rooted devices you can use applications like WiFi Password Viewer (requires root access).

Why does Samsung Pass ask to update data after a reset?

After resetting Samsung Pass may lose connection with the protected storage Knox. To restore access:

1. Remove and re-add your fingerprint in Settings → Biometrics and security → Fingerprints.
2. Open Samsung Pass and follow the instructions to re-set up.
3. If the data is not restored, it may have been lost (local passwords are not synchronized with the cloud by default).

In the future, enable backup in Samsung Cloud (Settings → Accounts and backup → Samsung Cloud).

Can it be restored passwords after deleting a Google Account?

If you deleted Google Account from your phone, but did not completely delete it (via myaccount.google.com), passwords can be recovered:

1. Add your account again in Settings → Accounts → Add account.
2. Wait 5-10 minutes while the data is synchronized.
3. Check Google Settings → Account Management → Security → Password management.

If the account is completely deleted, passwords cannot be restored. In this case, try:

• Check backups in Samsung Cloud (if they were created).
• Use the password recovery function on sites/apps.

Is it safe to store passwords in Samsung Pass?

Samsung Pass uses protection based on Knox a certified platform for storing confidential data. The security level is comparable to Google Password Manager, but there are nuances:

• ✅ Pros: Local storage (no risk of leakage if the cloud is hacked), integration with biometrics.
• ❌ Cons: No automatic synchronization between devices (if backup is not configured), when resetting phone data is lost.

For maximum security:

• Enable backup in Samsung Cloud.
• Use a complex PIN code to lock the screen.
• Do not store passwords from cryptocurrency wallets or bank accounts only in Samsung Pass - duplicate them in a reliable manager (for example, Bitwarden or KeePass).